Obituaries

Oct 28, 2025

Va. Beach-Baby Boy Carmelo A. Mason passed away on Tuesday; October 28, 2025.  No services are scheduled.  Please keep his family in prayer.

Oct 27, 2025

Florida-Vanessa Mann, 65, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday; October 27, 2025 in Niceville, Florida after a courageous 11-year battle with dementia. She was born on March 17, 1960 to Joseph and Allene McPherson in Norfolk, where she was raised. Vanessa was a 1978 graduate of Maury High School and earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology/Criminal Justice...

Oct 21, 2025

Chesapeake- Leon J. Taylor, Jr. passed away on Tuesday; October 21, 2025. .

A funeral service will be held 12 pm Saturday; November 1, 2025 at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services; 1146 Rodgers Street; Chesapeake, VA  23324. Viewing will be 2 hours prior to service; 10am-12pm.  Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.

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Oct 19, 2025

Chesapeake-It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Keith Stanley Perry, aka "Groove" laid to eternal rest on Sunday; October 19, 2025, in the comforts of his home.

Groove was born in Norfolk County, Virginia on November 11, 1953, to the late George A. Perry Sr. and the late Rachel Perry. He attended...

Oct 17, 2025

Chesapeake-Edward M. Butts, Sr., also known as "Yhost", passed away on Friday; October 17, 2025.

A Homegoing Celebration will be held 10am Saturday; october 25, 2025 at Providence UCC; 2200 Vicker Avenue; Chesapeake, Va 23324.  His earthly remains will be placed in church at 9am Saturday morning.  Viewing will also be 5-7pm Friday at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services;...

Oct 14, 2025

Chesapeake-Terrance David Squires,44 affectionately known to many as "Shockey" was born on Friday, June 26, 1981, to mother Vanetta Ravenell at the Metropolitan Hospital of New York.  Terrance's introverted and humbled personality combined with his strong work ethic and love for GOD proved him to be a man of honor, integrity, and grace! Or like he would say "Grace,...

Oct 12, 2025

Chesapeake-A funeral service will be held 11:00 am Thursday; October 23, 2025 at Bethany Baptist Church; Chesapeake.  Viewing will be 4-6pm Wednesday at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services; 1821 E. Liberty Street; Chesapeake, VA  23324.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.  Please keep the family in your prayers.

Oct 5, 2025

Norfolk-On Sunday; October 5, 2025, our beloved Octavia Evangeline Brewer gained her angel wings. Octavia E Brewer, lovingly known as "Taye," was born October 11, 1967, to the late Florida and John Brewer, in Norfolk Community Hospital. She grew up surrounded by love and laughter and carried that same spirit throughout her life.

Taye attended Indian River...

Oct 1, 2025

Va. Beach-A memorial service will be held 10:00 am Saturday; October 11, 2025 at New Galilee Missionary Baptist Church; Chesapeake, VA.

Please keep the family in your prayers.

Sep 30, 2025

Chesapeake-Bertie Williams Crudup affectionately known to her family and friends as "Bert", "Aunt Bert", "Meme" and "Ganny" was called home on September 30,2025 after a long and courageous battle. She was not alone and was surrounded by her daughter, granddaughter and loved one Truly Conner. Bertie was born alongside her twin brother Burleigh on October 15, 1942 in Nassawadox...

Sep 29, 2025

Chesapeake-On Monday, September 29, 2025, Randolph answered God's call and peacefully transitioned from earth to heaven. Randolph ''Boss Hog'' was born on May 13, 1946 in Norfolk County to the late William and Velma Scott.

He attended George Washington Carver High School in Chesapeake, Va.  After high school, he joined the United States Army where he served...

Sep 22, 2025

Chesapeake-With humbled hearts and consoling minds, the Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services Family serves notice that Mrs. Mary Catherine Askew laid down the cares of this world on Monday, September 22, 2025. From there, she picked up her new wardrobe and golden keys for her everlasting life in Heaven.

The Glorious and Triumphant Life Celebration for "Mother Catherine" will...

Sep 22, 2025

Though the clouds may hang

over there will be a brighter day

in that land, they call heaven

God shall wipe all tears away…..

Norfolk- With an abundance of love and concern, the Fitchett-Mann Funeral...

Sep 19, 2025

Though the clouds may hang over there will be a brighter day in that land, they call heaven God shall wipe all tears away…..

Chesapeake- It is with great sadness that we announce the earthly transition of Mr. Rudolph "Rudy" Jones, Jr.  He passed away peacefully at...

Sep 10, 2025

North Carolina-GERALDINE STANBACK, 78, transitioned on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was born on February 24, 1947 to the late George Washington Lee and the late Corene Hendricks in Murfreesboro, NC. In addition to her parents, Gerri was predeceased by her husband Jacob Stanback and her two brothers:Glenn Cowper and Randolph Lee. She leaves to celebrate...

Sep 8, 2025

Chesapeake-Queen Esther Coleman transitioned to her heavenly home on Monday; September 8, 2025.

A funeral service will be held 11:00 am Saturday; September 13, 2025 at New Galilee Missionary Baptist Church; Chesapeake, VA.  Her earthly remains will be placed in church at 9:00 am for public viewing. Burial will be at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veteran...

Sep 7, 2025

Portsmouth-On Sunday; September 7, 2025, our beloved mother Elizabeth Sorrell, went home to be with her Lord and Savior.

A service will be held 1pm Saturday; September 20, 2025 at Rehoboth AME Church; 405 Shell Road; Chesapeake 23323.  Her earthly remains will be placed in church at 11am to allow for viewing and visitation.  Please continue to...

Aug 26, 2025

Virginia Beach- Edison Timothy Hurdle passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, at the age of 84. He was born on May 6, 1941, in North Carolina to the late Tassie (Felton) Hurdle and Charlie Roosevelt Hurdle.

Edison was born and raised in Saunders Grove Baptist Church, growing up in a deeply spiritual home. He loved the...

Aug 21, 2025

Chesapeake-Theresa Elizabeth Mayo, of the 2600 Block of Hemple Street, departed this life on Thursday; August 21, 2025.  Theresa was born in Norfolk County to the late Johnnie Wilson and Velma Palmer. She will always be remembered by her daughters, sons, grandchildren, siblings, and other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am...

Aug 12, 2025

Portsmouth-Marva went to join her Heavenly Father Tuesday afternoon, August 12, 2025 after a gradual decline in heatth. She was supported by her family and caregivers during the last days of her life.

Marva was born in Chesapeake to loving parents, Samuel and Claire Fitchette.  She grew up in a happy home that she shared with her...